Musica · August 19, 2026 · SAN MARTINO BUON ALBERGO (VR)
Get ready to groove with DJ Yano (Luciano Gaggia), one of Italy's most iconic and enduring DJs and producers in the Afro and Cosmic alternative music scene. This unique genre originated and flourished in Northern Italian nightclubs starting in the 1980s.🎧 **Profile and Musical Style** * **Pioneer of the Genre:** DJ Yano is considered a pillar of the Italian Afro scene, alongside legendary colleagues like DJ Baldelli and DJ Mozart. * **Unique Sounds:** His DJ sets blend world music, tribal African percussion, electronic music, reggae, and "abstract" and psychedelic sounds. * **The Music Machine:** He's famous for his high-energy live sets, often accompanied by live percussionists and impressive stage setups (such as the "Yano Music Machine"). * **Discography:** He has produced dozens of successful compilations, including the celebrated Afro Project saga, which has become a cult item for vinyl collectors. Even today, DJ Yano continues to draw thousands of fans of all ages to clubs and piazza parties across Northern Italy.